National CTE Student
of the Year Scholarship

We’re thrilled to announce our 2025-2026 winner: Jaelyne Romero!

Thank you to everyone who submitted a nomination. We received nearly 300 entries for CTE students from more than 20 focus areas — and we were so excited to hear about the outstanding accomplishments of each and every one of them!

Learn more about Jaelyne and the amazing things she’s accomplishing in the world of CTE.

$2,500 Scholarship
Cash prize
Local & National Recognition
Awards, press highlights, and more!
2025-2026 Contest Closed
Winner announced!

Congratulations Jaelyne Romero!

Our 2026 National CTE Student of the Year, Jaelyne Romero, exemplifies the best qualities of a rising star in CTE: skill, compassion, and purpose-driven leadership. She has distinguished herself not only as an exceptional agriculture student, but also as a leader whose influence uplifts her peers, her school, and her community.

A dedicated member of her school’s FFA chapter, Jaelyne has served as a chapter officer for three consecutive years and is currently Chapter President. She has successfully raised and shown multiple livestock projects, been a part of her chapter’s vegetable judging team, and competed in several speaking competitions through the FFA. As a freshman, Jaelyne earned her OSHA 10-Hour Card through CareerSafe’s General Industry (Agriculture) course, reflecting an early commitment not only to the field of agriculture, but also to workplace safety and professional standards.

Academically, Jaelyne has continuously taken on rigorous coursework, maintaining strong grades and participating in National Honor Society, AVID, and dual enrollment. Beyond school, Jaelyne carries significant responsibility at home, including helping her mother care for her younger brother. She also gives back through regular volunteer work at her local library, including participation in the Book Buddies program, where she reads to elementary students. Balancing rigorous coursework with leadership and extracurricular commitments showcases Jaelyne’s exceptional time management, motivation, and resilience.

Jaelyne plans to attend California State University, Chico to study Agricultural Science and become an agriculture teacher. We can’t wait to see all the success her future holds!

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CareerSafe’s National CTE Student of the Year award recognizes an exceptional CTE student who has demonstrated remarkable skills, innovation, and dedication in their chosen CTE pathway, as well as the personal qualities of leadership, perseverance, and a passion for continuous learning.

The National CTE Student of the Year will be awarded a scholarship prize of $2,500, a highlight video, a watch party and award ceremony at their school, and national recognition through press, social media, and online announcements.

Eligibility

Please refer to the Official Contest Rules for additional requirements and information.

Each nominee must:

  • Have a sponsor (e.g., teacher, mentor, or advisor)
  • Have successfully completed a CareerSafe OSHA 10-Hour or OSHA 30-Hour course
  • Sign the Consent and Release from Liability Form, to be submitted with nomination

Each nominator must:

  • Complete the online Nomination Form
  • Complete and sign the Consent and Release from Liability Form

This year’s National CTE Student of the Year Contest closed on December 31, 2025, at 11:59 pm CT.

Questions? Contact us

For questions about your submission, please contact us at marketing@careersafeonline.com.